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History and culture beyond Copenhagen

The cities and areas outside Copenhagen are full of exciting culture and history that you can explore either on your own or at one of the many museums that are often only a short drive away. Use this guide and get inspired to explore the exciting history of Denmark. 

Kronborg
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Kronborg
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Kronborg Castle - UNESCO World Heritage

Experience Hamlet’s Castle in Elsinore. One of Northern Europe’s finest Renaissance castles and UNESCO World Heritage. The castle is home for Holger the Dane and Shakespeare’s Hamlet. 

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The Open Air Museum
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The Open Air Museum

The Open Air Museum, Frilandsmuseet, in Copenhagen, is one of the oldest and largest open air museums in the world.

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Middelalderlandsbyen
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Middelalderlandsbyen

Visit the "living museum" in Brøndby and experience the medieval village as if we were still in the year 1350.

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Dragør Fort
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Dragør Fort

Get up close to the formerly closed military facility and visit the historic Dragør Fort.

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Amager Museum
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Amagermuseet

Travel back in time and experience how Dutch farmers lived

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Dragør
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Dragør Old Town

Gazebos, “peekaboo castles” and other wonderful historical details - Dragør Old Town is ideal for a Sunday stroll through the well-preserved alleys.

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Oplevelsescenter Vestvolden
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Oplevelsescenter Vestvolden

Go to a museum underground in a bunker or take a walk in historic and green areas.

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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund
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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund

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